Lorie DeWorken
I'm a freelance writer and editor, currently living bi-coastally
between Richmond, VA & Galveston, TX. My writing skills include a decent amount of online articles on a wide variety of topics - some sold to websites, some earning ad revenue for me or others at this very moment.
I have also just started a new project - Mind the Margins - a formatting and editing service. My editing and formatting skills include general feedback/critiques, substantive editing, copyediting, formatting, graphic design, and proofreading. Clients include ebook publishers, consulting firms, marketing firms, writers, and individuals.
I first wanted to be a writer at the age of 6, when my book of poetry won honorable mention in a county competition.
Oddly enough, I haven't really written poetry since.
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between Richmond, VA & Galveston, TX. My writing skills include a decent amount of online articles on a wide variety of topics - some sold to websites, some earning ad revenue for me or others at this very moment.
I have also just started a new project - Mind the Margins - a formatting and editing service. My editing and formatting skills include general feedback/critiques, substantive editing, copyediting, formatting, graphic design, and proofreading. Clients include ebook publishers, consulting firms, marketing firms, writers, and individuals.
I first wanted to be a writer at the age of 6, when my book of poetry won honorable mention in a county competition.
Oddly enough, I haven't really written poetry since.
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5 Tips for a Bestselling Ebook CoverAre you writing an ebook? Don't overlook the importance of a good-looking cover! The power of the first impression and the increasing number of ebooks mean that ebook covers are more important than ever. Make your ebook stand out from the crowd!
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Halloween Costumes for CouplesHalloween costume ideas for couples. Be the most creative pair at the party!
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5 Things to Know Before You Buy a HouseBuying a house is one of the most important transactions you'll ever make. So what do you need to know before buying to make it one of the best transactions too?
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2007 Primetime Emmy Awards: Outstanding Comedy SeriesThis year's Primetime Emmy for Outstanding Comedy Series will be awarded to one of the following shows: Entourage, The Office, 30 Rock, Two and a Half Men, and Ugly Betty. Five great shows, all with strong followings on both network and cable. Which one will win? -
How Deep Breathing Can Improve Your Health & Your LifeTake a deep breath. Just in that simple action you can tell that deep breathing is good. There is something relaxing about it. It forces you to slow down, even if it's only for a moment. But those moments could make an incredible difference in your life.
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How to Spot Quality Wood FurnitureWhen you find wood furniture, you may trust your instincts on quality. Good wood furniture often looks and feels different. But what about those finer details that you don't know much about? They can make the difference in finding the highest quality wooden furniture.
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How to Get Started on Ice SkatesYou've seen the pros on TV. You've dreamed of gliding, spinning and jumping across the ice. You should visit your local ice skating rink. Rent some skates, step out onto the ice and see what you think. If you enjoy the experience, you'll need to learn some basics. -
What to Expect from Ice Skating LessonsThe one thing you should always expect from ice skating lessons? Your butt will probably get to know the ice really well. Beyond that, expect to learn some basics, of course. -
History of Figure SkatingIce skating has been around as long as people have found the need to get around in the ice and snow. But it wasn't until the mid-nineteenth century that the ice became a place for the entertainment and sport known as modern figure skating. -
Different Figure Skating SpinsThe figure skating spin - beautiful, graceful, and a dizzying show of skill. Figure skaters make these spins look so easy, but how they are able to maintain such speed and spin without losing their balance or their lunches is beyond me.
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Figure Skating Basics: Different Kinds of JumpsWhat do we all really watch figure skating for? The jumps. They are amazing and death-defying and so entertaining. They are beautiful and impossible for most of us. I can't imagine hurtling myself and a couple of skate blades through the air over rock-hard ice.
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The Difference Between Figure Skating JumpsI've watched figure skating on television for years, since I was a little girl. And there's one thing that I've never quite understood - how do the judges and announcers tell the difference between all those figure skating jumps?
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How to Protect Your Birdhouse from PredatorsI'm sure you never intended your birdhouse or bird feeder to cause or see bloodshed, but it does happen. That's nature. That's survival of the fittest as it were. However, there are some things you can do to bring down the fatality rate in your backyard.
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How to Save a Baby BirdI was on my front porch a few weeks ago when I realized that there was a cute and fuzzy baby bird sitting in the middle of my yard under one of our big trees. Was he alone? Was he in danger? What should I do? What should you do if you find your own baby bird?
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Difference Between Ice Hockey Skates and Figure SkatesLooking at a pair of figure skates next to a pair of ice hockey skates, most people can tell they are different. And most know that they are meant for two different kinds of skating that definitely require different kinds of footwear. So what exactly are the differences?
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Placing Your Birdhouse in the Best Place in Your YardIf your backyard is currently a birdhouse-free zone yet you like birds, definitely consider providing housing for your feathered friends this year. But when is the right time do it? And where should your birdhouse be placed to give it the best chance of becoming inhabited?
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Are All Birds Meant to Live in a Birdhouse?So how can you convince these birds to make your birdhouse their next home? Offer them the right food and the right conditions.
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Rules of Attraction for Bird WatchersSo you get the fancy new bird feeder. You pick up the biggest bag of birdseed at the grocery store. Sure, you're attracting a few birds but you were hoping to experience the wide variety of birds roaming your area rather than just a measly few. So where are the rest of them?
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How to Keep Larger Birds from Raiding Your Bird FeederBird feeders can attract all types of birds, but what happens when they begin to attract bigger birds that eat all the food and leave the little ones with nothing? There are some steps you can take to keep them from coming back.
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Become a Birdwatcher, It's Easier than You ThinkIt's amazing that most of us have so many wild birds living all around us that we don't even notice. So maybe it's time to take notice. One way to start doing that is to bring them to your backyard.
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Tips for Surviving Natural ChildbirthIs natural childbirth difficult? Absolutely. Does it hurt? Just a little bit. But for me it was worth it. I did it not once, but twice because I could and for a few other reasons too. Let me tell you how.
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How to Save Money Without CouponsHas all the money I've saved from coupons changed my life? Not even close. Instead I've found that on any given trip to the grocery store, coupons really don't end up saving me any money at all. This bothered me until I realized that I could still manage to save money.
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Notes on Choosing a Diaper BagThe best diaper bags must hold to two very important, somewhat high standards. First, the bag should be practical, set up for easy access. And second - and so important - it's got to look cool.
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Tips for Surviving Your First Natural PregnancyFor some women, like me, the natural childbirth experience is preferred. Is it difficult? Absolutely. Does it hurt? Just a little bit. But for me it was worth it. I did it not once, but twice because I could and for a few other reasons too. Let me tell you how.
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U.S. Election Campaigns: Those Without Money Need Not ApplyThere are many people who want to serve their country in an elected position. But if the money isn't there, it won't happen. Will government funding help? Campaign spending limits? Just what would it take to give any man the chance to serve every man?
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Superheroes Everywhere!Why is Hollywood bringing us so many superheroes? Is it because we wish superheroes would take care of all the problems we face? Or is it just because we love them?
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If I Can Learn to Crochet and Knit So Can You!I started crocheting in college. Crazy way for a college student to spend free time? Definitely. I assure you that I was not as big a loser as it makes me sound though.
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Baby Sleep Solutions: How to Make "Crying it Out" Work for YouWhat parent can really say they like hearing their child scream and cry? But I found with my three girls that at some point you may just have to try this. Some people swear by it, after all.